Overview
Duration
Type tour
Difficulty
Altitude
Acomodation
Group size
Have you heard about Pallay Punchu? Also known as the Colorful Sharp Mountain, Apu Tacllo’s Pallay Punchu, La Montaña Pallay Poncho, or Condor Sayana, it’s one of Cusco’s newest tourist spots discovered during the quarantine. It’s located over 194 kilometers and about three hours away from Cusco city, sitting high up at 4,791 meters. This mountain is a stunning geological formation painted with a mix of colors thanks to a complex blend of minerals. You’ll see slopes and the peak in red, pink, purple, green, white, and more – it’s like nature’s own artwork!
Itinerary Pallay Punchu Tour 1 Day
DAY 1: PALLAY PUNCHU TOUR
We start the day super early, picking you up from your hotel to kick off our journey. It’s about a two-hour drive until we reach the town of Cusipata, where we’ll grab a hearty breakfast to fuel up. After breakfast, we head to Sicuani and then to the district of Layo, where Pallay Punchu is waiting.
In Layo, we take a short break to check out the town and learn about the local customs. Then, our group will climb for about 30 minutes to get to the base of the mountain. From there, it’s a roughly two and a half-hour hike up to Pallay Punchu. This mountain’s vibrant colors come from a mix of minerals, marine, lake, and river sediments. Over time, layers formed from tectonic plate collisions created these colorful stripes. The minerals oxidize thanks to the area’s moisture and erosion, giving the mountain its beautiful hues.
The weather on Pallay Punchu can be chilly and windy in the mornings, but it usually clears up to sunny and dry by midday. Along the way, you’ll see amazing landscapes and maybe spot some local animals. Plus, near Pallay Punchu is the gorgeous Langui Lagoon, making the whole area even more breathtaking.
After exploring the mountain, we head back down to enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Layo. You’ll get to try some delicious trout and alpaca dishes. Finally, we make our way back to Cusco, getting you home around 6 PM.
Includes
- Hotel pickup in Cusco
- Round-trip transportation
- One breakfast
- One buffet lunch
- Bilingual professional guide
- First aid kit
- Oxygen balloon
- Vegetarian and special diet options available
No Incluye
- Entrance fee to the mountain area
- Personal horse mount (S/70)
- Tips for porters, cook, and guide
- Personal emergency horse
Packing list Pallay Punchu Tour 1 Day
- At least 1.5 liters of water per person
- Comfortable, waterproof trekking shoes
- Warm clothes like thermal underwear, fleece, hat, gloves, and socks
- Waterproof gear such as a jacket or poncho
- Sun protection: hat and sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Reusable water bottles
- Personal medications
Overview
Duration
Type tour
Difficulty
Altitude
Acomodation
Group size
Have you heard about Pallay Punchu? Also known as the Colorful Sharp Mountain, Apu Tacllo’s Pallay Punchu, La Montaña Pallay Poncho, or Condor Sayana, it’s one of Cusco’s newest tourist spots discovered during the quarantine. It’s located over 194 kilometers and about three hours away from Cusco city, sitting high up at 4,791 meters. This mountain is a stunning geological formation painted with a mix of colors thanks to a complex blend of minerals. You’ll see slopes and the peak in red, pink, purple, green, white, and more – it’s like nature’s own artwork!
DAY 1: PALLAY PUNCHU TOUR
We start the day super early, picking you up from your hotel to kick off our journey. It’s about a two-hour drive until we reach the town of Cusipata, where we’ll grab a hearty breakfast to fuel up. After breakfast, we head to Sicuani and then to the district of Layo, where Pallay Punchu is waiting.
In Layo, we take a short break to check out the town and learn about the local customs. Then, our group will climb for about 30 minutes to get to the base of the mountain. From there, it’s a roughly two and a half-hour hike up to Pallay Punchu. This mountain’s vibrant colors come from a mix of minerals, marine, lake, and river sediments. Over time, layers formed from tectonic plate collisions created these colorful stripes. The minerals oxidize thanks to the area’s moisture and erosion, giving the mountain its beautiful hues.
The weather on Pallay Punchu can be chilly and windy in the mornings, but it usually clears up to sunny and dry by midday. Along the way, you’ll see amazing landscapes and maybe spot some local animals. Plus, near Pallay Punchu is the gorgeous Langui Lagoon, making the whole area even more breathtaking.
After exploring the mountain, we head back down to enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Layo. You’ll get to try some delicious trout and alpaca dishes. Finally, we make our way back to Cusco, getting you home around 6 PM.
Includes
- Hotel pickup in Cusco
- Round-trip transportation
- One breakfast
- One buffet lunch
- Bilingual professional guide
- First aid kit
- Oxygen balloon
- Vegetarian and special diet options available
- Entrance fee to the mountain area
- Personal horse mount (S/70)
- Tips for porters, cook, and guide
- Personal emergency horse
- At least 1.5 liters of water per person
- Comfortable, waterproof trekking shoes
- Warm clothes like thermal underwear, fleece, hat, gloves, and socks
- Waterproof gear such as a jacket or poncho
- Sun protection: hat and sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Reusable water bottles
- Personal medications
